Events for January 2026
2 January
The Core Band

Join The Core Band where we'll be showcasing the heart and soul of live music in a vibrant and energetic atmosphere!

3 January
DECENT COLLECTIVE DUBSTEP : THE MOVIE

THANE Of EARTH, PARK, ATTENDENT, LEVEE BANKS, beb, 808sBUMPIN, JITTER

4 January
Aretha's Jazz Jam

Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians. 

5 January
The Whitney Houston Tribute Encore Performance ft. Nina Simone Neal

Get ready to be blown away by the incredible tribute to Whitney Houston with Nina Simone Neal, it's going to be a night to remember!

6 January
SINGERS IN THE ROUND EPISODE 85

TED NAGY, BLUESKYE RILEY, COUNTRY KID NIKKO, JAI GRAVES (SOUTHPAW TROUBADOUR)

8 January
Back by Popular Demand! The Anita Baker Tribute ft. KIKO

Get ready to be serenaded by KIKO in a soulful tribute to the legendary Anita Baker - a night you won't want to miss!

9 January
The SkyeLea Trio

Northern MI artist blending Pop, RnB, & Jazz accompanied by some of Detroit’s finest.

10 January
Don Dylan - The Ultimate Bob Dylan Experience

Ultimate Bob Dylan Experience. An Authentic, Theatrical Replication of Dylan’s legendary career.

11 January
Aretha's Jazz Jam

Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians. 

12 January
A Tribute to Chaka Khan ft. Mz. Arica

Get ready to groove and sing along as we pay homage to the legendary Chaka Khan with the amazing Arica!

19 January
The Tribute to Jazz & Funk ft. The David Brandon Band

The Preservation of Jazz is Proud to present some of the best of the best Metro Detroit has to offer!

22 January
ML Liebler presents Detroit Tonight Live

Jackamo, Patricia Clark, Cindy Frenkel, Maureen Aitken, Suzanne Scarfone & ML Liebler & The Magic Poetry Band

23 January
LOVE LETTERS TO YAH: A RETURN TO THE CENTER Sky Covington — In Concert

Join us for an unforgettable evening of soulful tunes with Sky Covington - LOVE LETTERS TO YAH: A RETURN TO THE CENTER

24 January
One Grand Poetry Slam!

A monthly poetry competition where 12 incredible poets compete for $1,000!

26 January
The Teena Marie Tribute ft. Cayla Stus

Get ready to groove and feel the soulful vibes at The Teena Marie Tribute ft. Cayla Stus, a night filled with music magic!

29 January
Echoes of the Fallen A night in tribute to band leader, composer, arranger, and incomparable trumpeter, Karim Gideon

“Join the members of the Karim Gideon Quartet and our musical family as we pay tribute to our dearly departed friend,  trumpeter, arranger, and composer, Karim Gideon.” 

30 January
The Cookers

This exciting all-star septet summons up an aggressive mid ‘60s spirit with a potent collection of expansive post-bop originals marked by all the requisite killer instincts and pyrotechnic playing expected of some of the heaviest hitters on the scene today.

Events for January 2026